Vice President Estimating & Business Development

• Feb 2022 - Present

Construction Manager

• Jun 2012 - Oct 2021

Managed, supervised, and coordinated the construction management of all capital improvement and design-build projects. Other duties include the inspection of public infrastructure on community development projects and all electrical, gas, and telecommunications improvements within the public right-of-way. Responsibilities require coordination and effective communication of all work activities with various interdepartmental divisions, outside agencies and the public. Managed inspection staff and CM consultants. Other duties include staffing, budgeting, cost control, disputes and claims defense. Show less

Senior Estimator/Project Manager Heavy Civil

• Jun 2009 - May 2012

Prepared bids and managed the construction of large diameter circular and non-circular sewer and water rehabilitation projects throughout the western states including large-scale construction projects for the City of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering and the San Diego County Water Authority. Primary duty was to ensure that budget, project personnel, and production schedule was completed in compliance with Owner expectations and contract specifications. Primary responsibilities as a Senior Estimator and Project Director include: • Developed and managed the project schedule, pay estimates, project procedures, staffing requirements, and equipment resources needed to complete accurate and timely project production. • Oversaw engineering and scheduling teams to identify and negotiate any proposed change order. • Ensured project safety reviews and procedures are followed by conducting weekly safety checks and engaging in safety meetings and monthly review meetings. Supported the safety programs of the project. • Reviewed and approved staffing and equipment needs for efficient and effective project production. • Prepared or directed the preparation of materials take-off from project plans and documents. Assembled bid-files including all development information that was utilized in preparation of the estimates. Ensured all contract issues such as MBE, time Constraints, special construction methods, etc. are addressed prior to submission of the bid. • Reviewed budget and projected profitability status and goals with the project team. Provided input on corrective measures to continuously improve the identification and accuracy of cost figures. • Lead project closeout procedures, finalized contract paperwork, obtained retainages and worked with management to resolve any project claim. Show less

Estimator/Project Manager

• Jun 2006 - May 2009

Estimator/Project Manager for a heavy civil pipeline contractor. Prepared bids and management of projects including pipelines, pump stations, steel tank reservoirs, and infrastructure projects. Develop and maintain project schedules. Perform various administrative duties; including job cost setup, development of subcontracts and purchase orders. Manage job controls to ensure contract compliance, budget, schedule, forecasting and job costing. Assist project engineers and superintendents in construction planning, quality control, design interpretation, constructability issues and resolution of design conflicts. Show less

Project Manager

• 2002 - 2004

Senior Project Manager in charge of construction on the first Pipeline Rehabilitation in the Right-Of-Way (ROW) and Easements--Phase A for the City of San Diego. The scope of project includes video inspection and Cured-In-Place Pipe lining of approximately 27 miles of sewer mains, sealing of 2,615 service lateral connections, lining of approximately 300 laterals, installing 2,615 property cleanouts, and rehabilitation of 682 manholes. The Contract also included the emergency CIPP lining of an existing 48" trunk sewer. Other duties and responsibilities include the management of construction projects for Kinsel Industries, subsidiary of Insituform Technologies. • Managed all aspects of the project, including construction, budget and cash management for a single assigned project to ensure compliance with the project contract and owner needs. • Developed and managed the project schedule, pay estimates, project procedures, staffing requirements, and equipment resources needed to complete accurate and timely project production. Assess initial project contract and supporting documents for completeness. Worked with owner to resolve specification, contract conflict and scheduling issues. • Oversaw engineering and scheduling teams to identify and negotiate any proposed change orders, engaging Area Manager for support as needed. • Created and presented monthly cost and revenue forecast and reports to Insituform leadership. Perform additional assignments per management’s direction Show less

Estimator

• 2000 - 2002

Heavy Civil Estimator - Underground. Prepared bids for water, wastewater, and pipeline related projects in the Western US on traditional design-bid-build and design-build projects in the range of $10M-$500M. Detailed responsibilities include: • Reviewed proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. • Prepared hard bids, oversee vendor and subcontractor selection and ensure cost effectiveness of bids. Perform or coordinate risk and contract management analyses. Reviewed design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials on design-build projects. • Participated in pre-construction efforts and GMP development on CMAR and Progressive Design-Build projects. Coordinated estimating efforts with joint venture partners’ estimating teams on joint venture projects. Participate and/or lead JV bid reviews. Show less